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Labial Definition & Meaning

labial
adjective
  1. of or relating to the lips of the mouth; "labial stops"
  2. relating to or near the female labium
noun
  1. a consonant whose articulation involves movement of the lips

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  • "pictures of herpes on the labial"
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Frequently asked questions

What does labial mean?
of or relating to the lips of the mouth; "labial stops" relating to or near the female labium a consonant whose articulation involves movement of the lips
What part of speech is labial?
Labial is an adjective and a noun.
How many definitions does labial have?
Labial has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).

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